Marikpur

Marikpur is a village located in Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kerakat (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Marikpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Marikpur has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Marikpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marikpur is 203371. The village spans a total geographical area of 141.25 hectares. Kerakat is nearest town to Marikpur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Marikpur

Below is a concise population overview of Marikpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,708 828 880
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 270 146 124
Scheduled Castes (SC) 239 109 130
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 87 41 46
Literate Population 1,078 606 472
Illiterate Population 630 222 408

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Marikpur village:

  • The total population of Marikpur village is around 1,708, including approximately 828 males and 880 females, with a sex ratio of 1062 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 270 children aged 0–6 years in Marikpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marikpur village has 239 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 87 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Marikpur village is about 63.11%, with male literacy at 73.19% and female literacy at 53.64%.
  • There are around 239 households in Marikpur village.

Connectivity of Marikpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marikpur. As per the 2011 stats, Marikpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Marikpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Marikpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marikpur.

Bodasar Khurd Pokhara Bodsarkalan Majhili Hardhan Pikaura Dhanarkha Baktahi Ramdevpur Thunhi Maniyarepur

Frequently Asked Questions about Marikpur

Where is Marikpur located?
Marikpur village is situated in Kerakat Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marikpur?
Marikpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Marikpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marikpur is 1,708, with 828 males and 880 females.
How many households are there in Marikpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marikpur village has a total of 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marikpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marikpur is 63.11%. The male literacy rate is 73.19%, while the female literacy rate is 53.64%.